International Ski Federation (FIS)
CAS clears violinist Vanessa-Mae in Olympic fixing case
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has cleared Vanessa-Mae of allegations she helped to fix Alpine skiing races in order to qualify for the 2014 winter Olympic Games, with the celebrity musician stating the verdict has exposed a “sham investigation” undertaken by the International Ski Federation (FIS).
SportAccord confirms Kasper as interim leader
Gian Franco Kasper has been appointed as the interim head of SportAccord, following the resignation of Marius Vizer last month.
Cortina d’Ampezzo set to land Alpine World Ski Championships
The Italian resort of Cortina d'Ampezzo is set to host the International Ski Federation (FIS) Alpine World Ski Championships in 2021.
First batch of SportBusiness Ultimate Sports Federation Award winners announced
The International Olympic Committee (IOC), International Ski Federation (FIS), International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and International Hockey Federation (FIH) have been named as the first four category winners in the inaugural SportBusiness Ultimate Sports Federation and Association Awards.
Oberstdorf to return to Nordic Ski World Championships bidding circle
The German municipality of Oberstdorf has signalled its intention to make up for the disappointment of missing out on the 2019 Nordic Ski World Championships by entering a bid for the 2021 event.
Alpine Worlds host picks up 2017 junior event
Are in Sweden, the host of the 2019 Alpine World Ski Championships, has secured the hosting rights for the 2017 Junior Alpine World Ski Championships.
PyeongChang 2018 dismisses FIS chief’s doubts over test events
Organisers of the PyeongChang 2018 winter Olympic Games have insisted that preparations for test events due to be staged next year are on track, despite International Ski Federation (FIS) president Gian-Franco Kasper having voiced his concerns over the current situation.
FIS gives green light to new ‘air bag’ system
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has approved the introduction of new technology which aims to reduce the number of serious injuries in alpine skiing.
FIS bans violinist Vanessa-Mae over fixed Olympic qualifying events
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has issued bans to musician Vanessa-Mae and five officials for competition fixing offences at an event leading up to the 2014 winter Olympics.
Doubts raised over future of Bormio downhill ski event
Concerns have been raised over the future of the International Ski Federation’s (FIS) Alpine Skiing World Cup event in Bormio after organisers in the Italian resort said the race will not take place this season unless it can be staged outside of the New Year holiday period.
Kasper re-elected as FIS president
Gian Franco Kasper has been re-elected unopposed for a fifth term in office as president of the International Ski Federation (FIS).
Are, Seefeld secure major FIS events
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has awarded the 2019 FIS Alpine World Ski Championships to Are in Sweden and the 2019 Nordic Ski World Championships to Seefeld in Austria.
Ski president slams “god-like” FIFA
International Ski Federation (FIS) president Gian Franco Kasper has likened FIFA officials as god-like, following their willingness to re-schedule the 2022 Qatar World Cup from summer to winter.